2005 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Prix | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1720 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |